Hertfordshire · England
Bath Repair for Startop's End homes
Bath repair in Startop's End without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips under the taps
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
Repairing versus replacing in Startop's End
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: tiles along the rim typically crack when it comes out, the panel may not fit the new one, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Our bath repair starts from £95. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
What you get with us
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Fixed prices from your pictures
Take a look at our pricing and bath cost comparison.
Bath repair in Startop's End, done in place
A damaged bath does not have to mean a new bathroom. We fill the damage, shape it to the curve of the bath and refinish it, mixing the colour on the day so the repair is hard to spot. If you’re dealing with chips on the rim or sides and cracks in an acrylic bath, we can usually put it right, whatever the material.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we will sort it.
- Location
- Startop's End (HP23)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
When we’d advise against a repair
A repair is not right for every job, for example:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
What we work on
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
Startop's End: your questions answered
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before and we will plan for it.
Can you price it without visiting?
Nearly always. If pictures do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
Will there be a smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work that clears as it cures.
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Are there extra charges for Startop's End?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
What happens next?
We look at the photos and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
Will it make a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Other services in Startop's End
Keeping it looking good
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Don’t leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
There is nothing special to do after a repair. Skip bleach and gritty creams and rinse after use.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.
How it works
We begin by going over the job with you, so you know exactly what we are doing. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and we start. It normally takes a few hours, and we’ll tell you if anything changes.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Getting a price
To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
When to call us in Startop's End
Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, frequently before anyone notices. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- A hole punched through by something heavy
Questions to ask before booking
- How the colour is matched
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- What prep work is covered
- What aftercare is recommended
What affects the price in Startop's End
Repairs from £95. You’ll know the full cost before you book. We look at:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What the surface is made of
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The size and number of damaged areas
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Send photos for a quote
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what we need:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
What your bath is made of matters
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. There’s no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Our work in Startop's End
Startop's End is about 1 mile north of Tring, in Hertfordshire. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. Startop's End is one of 381 places in Hertfordshire where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 33 miles away.
All of HP23 is within our area. Whether you live on Watery Lane, Lukes Lea and Marsworth Wharf or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Other places close to Startop's End include Marsworth (1 mile north-east), Tringford (1 mile south), Wilstone (1 mile west), Bulbourne (1 mile east) and Gubblecote (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Hemel Hempstead (10 miles south-east), St Albans (15 miles east), Harpenden (14 miles east), Berkhamsted (6 miles south-east), Rickmansworth (15 miles south-east) and Chorleywood (14 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Startop's End
Around Startop's End, we work in homes near Church of All Saints, The Angler's Retreat pub and Tring School. The closest station to Startop's End is Tring station, roughly 2.3 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Tindal Centre (5.8 miles west) and Pitstone Green Museum (1.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Startop's End include College Lake nature reserve and Ivinghoe Beacon.
DIY kit or professional repair?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
